Tyler Reddick’s 122‑Point Lead Poised to Extend at Nashville Superspeedway
Tyler Reddick’s 122‑point advantage over Denny Hamlin is mathematically locked in, setting the stage for a decisive showdown at Nashville Superspeedway.
May 31, 2026
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NASCAR’s 2027 Silly Season Takes Shape
Rumors swirl around driver moves, contract uncertainties and charter negotiations as the 2027 NASCAR Cup Series lineup begins to crystallize.
May 31, 2026
Corey Heim to Drive Full‑Time in NASCAR Cup Series for 2027
23XI Racing announced that Corey Heim will take over the No. 35 Toyota Camry XSE in 2027, joining a lineup that also features Bubba Wallace and Tyler Reddick.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Sets Stage for 2026 Season
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series season rolls into its second half with the Cracker Barrel 400 scheduled for Sunday, May 31 at Nashville Motor Speedway. Denny Hamlin leads the field from pole position, while Tyler Reddick lines up on the outside, and the race’s stage structure and manufacturer rivalries promise a dramatic showdown.
May 31, 2026
2026 Cracker Barrel 400 Preview: Hamlin Leads, Elliott Eyes Title
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway promises a showdown between Denny Hamlin's odds and Chase Elliott's title chase, with surprising predictions from a proven computer model.
May 31, 2026
Denny Hamlin Secures Pole as Rain Throws Curveball at Nashville Superspeedway
Denny Hamlin captured pole position for the May 31 NASCAR Cup Series race at Nashville Superspeedway, while rain forced a rule‑book start and a 300‑lap event will be streamed on Amazon Prime Video, HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
May 31, 2026
Denny Hamlin claims pole as rain reshapes Nashville Superspeedway grid
Rain washed out traditional qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway, prompting NASCAR to use its 2025 metric that placed Denny Hamlin on pole alongside Tyler Reddick, with live coverage slated for Amazon Prime Video.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR’s Cracker Barrel 400 Returns to Nashville Superspeedway
The 2026 Cracker Barrel 400 will light up the 1.33‑mile oval on May 31, featuring a rain‑affected qualifying session, a full slate of drivers and a multi‑platform broadcast.
May 31, 2026
Rain Cancels NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
Saturday's single‑lap qualifying was washed out, leaving the starting lineup for Sunday's race set by the series' two‑variable metric, with Hamlin taking the pole.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Lineup Set for Cracker Barrel 400 After Rain‑Out Qualifying
Rain‑soaked qualifying forced NASCAR to lock in a 1‑2 start for Hamlin and Reddick, while the historic 1.3‑mile oval readies for another chapter of racing lore.
May 31, 2026
NASCAR Cancels Nashville Qualifying Amid Weather, Sets Lineup by Metrics
NASCAR called off the qualifying round at Nashville Superspeedway due to inclement weather, meaning the starting order for the Cup Series event will be determined by performance metrics. Denny Hamlin will lead the field to green, while several drivers who were hoping for a chance to improve their positions now face a tougher climb.
May 31, 2026
Hamlin Eyes First Nashville Victory as Cup Series Enters Its Second Half
Denny Hamlin seeks his maiden win at Nashville Superspeedway while the Cracker Barrel 400 kicks off the latter half of the Cup Series, featuring veterans and newcomers vying for momentum.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim Joins 23XI Racing for 2027 NASCAR Cup Season
Corey Heim signs a full‑time deal with 23XI Racing, bringing his Truck Series championship pedigree to the Cup Series alongside NBA legend Michael Jordan and driver Denny Hamlin.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim Secures Full‑Time NASCAR Cup Seat with 23XI Racing for 2027
23XI Racing announced that Corey Heim will become a full‑time Cup Series driver in 2027, citing mentorship, Toyota support and a structured pathway to competition.
May 30, 2026
Tyler Reddick’s Dominant Start to the NASCAR Season
Tyler Reddick leads the championship with five victories and ten top‑10 finishes in the first 13 races, driving the No. 45 Toyota for 23XI Racing. He acknowledges the points advantage but stresses the need for continued focus and performance.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR Rising Star Corey Heim Secures Full‑Time Cup Seat with 23XI Racing
Corey Heim is set to transition from the NASCAR Truck Series to the Cup Series full‑time in 2027, joining 23XI Racing fielded by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan, after a championship‑winning 2025 season.
May 30, 2026
Hamlin Takes Pole for Cracker Barrel 400 as Rain Forces NASCAR to Set Lineup by Metric
Denny Hamlin will lead the field for the Cracker Barrel 400 after NASCAR used its rule‑book metric to determine the starting order following a rain‑canceled qualifying session. The race will be broadcast on Amazon Prime Video with additional streaming on HBO Max and NASCAR.com.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR Cup Series Heads to Nashville with Shrinking Non‑Chartered Field
The upcoming Cracker Barrel 400 at Nashville Superspeedway will feature only two of the three non‑chartered cars that originally entered the Coca‑Cola 600, with Corey Heim and Chad Finchum taking the wheel, and the race will be streamed live on Amazon Prime Video.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim Secures 2027 Full-Time Cup Seat with 23XI Racing
Corey Heim, the 2025 Truck Series champion, is set to join 23XI Racing alongside Tyler Reddick and Bubba Wallace, bringing a championship pedigree to the Cup Series.
May 30, 2026
Katherine Legge makes history in the Memorial Day Double
Katherine Legge became the first female and British driver to attempt the Memorial Day Double, finishing the Coca‑Cola 600 after a last‑minute entry by Live Fast Motorsports, while the team eyes future races at Pocono and possible 2025 starts.
May 30, 2026
NASCAR’s Nashville Superspeedway Qualifies 38 Drivers for Sunday’s 300‑Lap Showdown
The 2026 NASCAR Cup Series returns to Nashville Superspeedway with a revamped qualifying format, 38 drivers set to compete, and a new broadcast partnership that marks the start of the season’s second half.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim Commits to 23XI Racing Through 2027
After a season of impressive performances in the Truck and Xfinity Series, Corey Heim will drive the No. 35 for 23XI Racing in 2027, a move championed by Denny Hamlin and Michael Jordan.
May 30, 2026
Rain Could Wash Out NASCAR Cup Series Qualifying at Nashville Superspeedway
A 55% chance of precipitation on Saturday threatens to postpone qualifying, prompting NASCAR to rely on a simplified metric to determine the starting lineup for the upcoming night race.
May 30, 2026
Corey Heim to Drive Full‑Time in NASCAR Cup Series in 2027
After a breakthrough season that saw him capture the 2025 Truck Series title, Corey Heim has been tapped by 23XI Racing for a full‑time Cup ride beginning next year.
May 30, 2026